Business Graduate Programme (FTSE Russell)
London Stock Exchange GroupExpected closing date: Sunday, 28 November 2027
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Key Takeaways
- Join the FTSE Russell Division on a 12-month development journey to build foundational skills for a career in global financial markets.
- Opportunity to earn industry-recognized qualifications and connect with a global early careers community.
- Ideal for STEM or Finance/Economics students interested in FinTech/Technology, with a demonstrable interest in financial markets.
- Application closes on 28 November, with a September 2027 programme start date.
About the Role
This award-winning graduate programme provides the ideal springboard for an exciting and meaningful career in global financial markets.
As a graduate, you will join the FTSE Russell Division, a dynamic, fast-paced environment where instant reaction and long-term vision are equally important. FTSE Russell helps investors make better-informed decisions, for indices and benchmarking solutions, providing category-defining indices across asset classes and investment objectives to create new possibilities for the global investment community.
Graduates join on a permanent basis and are aligned to FTSE Russell from day one, developing within a secure framework.
What You'll Do
- Progress through a 12-month development journey aiming to build foundational skills.
- Build foundational knowledge of LSEG, Financial Markets and the business during your global induction.
- Participate in group projects aligned to LSEG goals.
- Attend 'Ignite', the programme mid-point skills offsite.
- Access opportunities to earn industry-recognized qualifications, including 5 study days during the programme.
- Connect with the global early careers community and contribute to wider society via CSR initiatives and volunteering opportunities.
Who You Are
- You should have a demonstrable interest in financial markets, built through studies, work experience, or extracurricular activities.
- A curiosity for data and an ability to analyse information to draw conclusions and propose solutions.
- Individuals who can connect the dots and think strategically.
- You'll need to demonstrate focus, resilience, and flexibility to adapt to changing demands in a fast-paced environment.
- People who can collaborate with others, using strong communication skills.
- This role is ideal for students studying a Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics subject or Finance, Economics with a strong inclination towards FinTech/Technology to apply their skills to a Business-related role.
Key Dates
- Programme start date: September 2027
- Application close: 28 November
Benefits
- Emotional Wellbeing: Annual wellness allowance; Employee assistance programme
- Physical Wellbeing: Private Medical Insurance; Optional dental Insurance; Gym membership & discounts
- Financial Wellbeing: Life Insurance; Income protection; Pension
- Other benefits: MyOffers: access to a range of retail discounts
Working Arrangements
- Hybrid working: 3 days in the office, with flexibility.